Roger Repoz was a left-handed power-hitting outfielder who played for the Yankees (1964–66), Athletics (1966–67), and Angels (1967–72). He hit 31 home runs for California in 1969, providing middle-of-the-order power, and later extended his career in Japan, starring in Nippon Professional Baseball.
Offered is a Louisville Slugger Game Ready-Issued Bat (no usage) signed by 30 members of the 1972 California Angels. Bat measures 34.5 inches and weighs 36.5 ounces
Autographs include:
Nolan Ryan (in his first year with the Angels), Vada Pinson, Jimmie Reese, P-Nuts Lowery, Jeff Torborg, Rudy May, John Roseboro, Steve Barber, Sandy Alomar, Del Rice, Andy Messersmith, Tom Dukes, Bobby Winkles.
The 1972 California Angels, managed by Del Rice, finished 75–80 and placed fifth in the AL West. The season was highlighted by the arrival of Nolan Ryan, who instantly transformed the pitching staff with 19 wins, a club-record 329 strikeouts, and his first no-hit stuff dominance in Anaheim. Vada Pinson and Ken Berry provided steady offense, but overall run production lagged. Strong pitching from Ryan, Clyde Wright, and Andy Messersmith kept the Angels competitive, yet inconsistent hitting ultimately kept them from contending.
Rare bat from the collection of a former minor league baseball player with a direct connection to the California Angels.
